Echocardiography Technologist

Cardiac Ultrasound Technician

Performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies. Utilizes independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies and performs related administrative tasks.

Job Responsibility

1. Prepares patient for echocardiogram exam. Positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures. Explains procedures in layman's terms to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety.

2. Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with echocardiogram exam being performed.

3. Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate images required.

4. Sets-up equipment to administer exam in a timely fashion. Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment.

5. Performs echocardiography procedures, including transesophageal echocardiography, as required. Obtains proper views and images utilizing appropriate techniques. Identifies significance of all structures visualized on oscilloscope and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathological processes.

6. Observes patient during entire examination. Recognizes and reports any changes in patient's condition and/or motor abnormality complaints by patient including: fainting, discoloration, etc. in accordance with procedures.

7. Analyzes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during exam.

8. Documents test results in patient's medical record and reports findings to physician, discussing any need for further evaluation with physician.

9. Performs frequent calibration checks/adjustments on ultrasound equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems, as necessary.

Job Qualification

Vocational or Technical school Diploma required. One (1) of the following credentials required: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS). 1-3 years of technical experience, required.